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Examining the Violence of Borders: A Discussion with Todd Miller

This episode delves into the critical and often violent concept of borders with Todd Miller, a leading scholar on the topic. Todd Miller's recent book, "Empire of Borders," argues that borders are far more than geographic lines; rather, they represent a system of control and violence, frequently employed to displace and exploit Indigenous and marginalized communities.

Our conversation explores several key themes:

Borders as Instruments of Geopolitical Systems: Todd Miller contends that borders are strategically utilized by a global elite to maintain power and economic dominance. This concept of an "empire" transcends national boundaries, manipulating them to manage populations for specific agendas.

The Lucrative Business of Border Militarization: The discussion will unveil the burgeoning industry of border security. Companies generate substantial profits from technologies like drones and surveillance towers. Todd Miller will expose the unsettling connection between corporations testing these technologies in occupied territories and then marketing them for use on other borders.

The Inherent Violence of Borders: Drawing on historical examples like the US-Mexico border and the Dominican Republic-Haiti border, Todd Miller will illustrate how borders are often established through violence, a reality obscured from collective memory.

The Psychological Impact of Borders: Todd Miller argues that borders not only divide land, but forge psychological divisions between people. These divisions can be exploited to reinforce racial and ethnic hierarchies.

Building a Future Beyond Borders: The episode concludes with a discussion on methods for challenging the dominance of borders. Todd Miller emphasizes the importance of cross-border solidarity and activism in fostering a more just and interconnected world.

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